Political Quotes

Lee Terry: Mr. Salemme owns a business called Clearwire that actually will benefit from a delay because it puts his company into an…

On the recordFebruary 4, 2009
Mr. Salemme owns a business called Clearwire that actually will benefit from a delay because it puts his company into an advantageous position. Maybe that is why we are now talking about a delay of 4 months without any hearing. I would respectfully request that our committee oversight look into it. The ranking member of the oversight committee of Congress has asked for it, and I think it is a good idea to do.
Said by
Lee Terry
Nebraska

Editor's note · Context

Addressing concerns about a proposed delay affecting Clearwire's business interests.

Share

More from Lee Terry

Sep 18, 2014

And I am grateful you stayed long enough to speak tonight. You did a great job, and I really appreciate all of the work and effort you do to secure America's future. In conclusion, Madam Speaker, energy, again, is the cornerstone of our…

govinfo.gov
Sep 18, 2014

Thank you. I want to yield to the gentleman from Georgia. I don't know if you are a Bulldog or not, but you are in Congress. I now yield to Rob Woodall, the gentleman from Georgia.

govinfo.gov
Sep 18, 2014

Thank you, Mr. Bucshon. You mentioned manufacturing and how important it is to your State. The reality is also that manufacturing is reliant on affordable and reliable energy. I am the chairman of the Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade…

govinfo.gov
Jul 22, 2014

At this time, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Upton), the full committee chair.

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation